Breaking-PV Sindhu clinched silver in Rio 2016

In a nail biting match of badminton in Rio 2016, our finalist P.V Sindhu lost to Spain’s Carolina Marin. She won the first set by 21-19, lost the second set by 12-21 and lost the Gold by 15-21.

“I’m really proud about it. I’m really happy. I could not win the gold. But I really worked hard. It was anybody’s game.

“A day before a girl has got a bronze, it’s me now. We have all played well. There will be ups and downs in sport like in life. Losing one or two points. I would like to congratulate everyone. It’s been a great week for me.” Sindhu also praised Marin on her Olymic gold.

“I also congratulate Carolina. It’s been a wonderful week for me. It’s anybody’s aim to win a medal at the Olympics.” Talking about the final match, Sindhu said,“In today’s match both players were attacking and playing aggressive on court. One has to win and one has to lose. It was her day on centre court today.” PTI